Salesforce Solution Architect

Job Family:

SAAS/PAAS/Cloud Consulting

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Secret

What You Will Do:

As a Salesforce Solution Architect, you will lead the design and delivery of innovative, scalable Salesforce solutions that drive digital transformation across public sector and enterprise clients. You will collaborate with delivery teams, technical leads, and client stakeholders to translate complex business needs into actionable Salesforce strategies, with a focus on Public Sector Solutions and enterprise-grade implementations.

Responsibilities include:

• Architect and implement Salesforce solutions, including configuration of Public Sector Solutions, complex data models, integrations, and automation.

• Lead discovery and requirements refinement sessions to uncover business, functional, and technological needs.

• Provide pre-delivery support, including effort estimates, staffing recommendations, and solution envisioning.

• Own the Salesforce solution architecture and ensure alignment with platform best practices.

• Support RFP responses and proposal development for Salesforce engagements.

• Coordinate with delivery teams to ensure seamless hand-off and execution of solutions.

• Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and accelerator development.

• Stay current on Salesforce product releases, acquisitions, and emerging capabilities.

• Engage with Salesforce and partner ecosystems for implementation strategies.

• Evangelize Salesforce value across industries, including public sector, healthcare, and financial services.

What You Will Need:

• At least ONE (1) active Salesforce architect accreditation.

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE "SECRET" or higher-level clearance are preferred.

• BA/BS degree

• Minimum of TEN (10) years of professional experience, including:

• At least FIVE (5) years of Salesforce implementation experience in agile environments.

• At least FIVE (5) years of external consulting experience.

• At least FIVE (5) years of experience in solution architecture.

• Proven ability to design and optimize business processes and integrate across systems.

• Experience writing user stories and designing Salesforce integrations and data migrations.

• Strong client-facing communication and presentation skills.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Salesforce certifications in Public Sector Solutions, Integration Architecture, or other advanced domains.

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance

• Experience with compliance frameworks (508, HIPAA, CJIS, NIST).

• Background in consulting (Big Four or Salesforce Gold Partner).

• Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform, Graph API, or Copilot Studio as complementary technologies.

The annual salary range for this position is $122,000.00-$203,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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